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water passes, as well as the watertight seal, using a damp sponge (19).
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Clean using only a damp cloth without any detergent or scourer.
B. The filter holder
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Using a damp cloth, clean the filter holder mount regularly in order to remove
possible coffee residues stuck to the surface (19).
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In order to prolong the useful life of the watertight seal on the brewing head, do
not put the filter holder back in place if the coffee machine has not been used for
extended periods.
C. The drip tray
This should be cleaned each time the appliance is used. The presence of water is normal and
is not a sign of leakage. Please empty it regularly (20-21). If necessary, clean the drip tray and
the grid with water and a small amount of mild washing up liquid. Rinse and dry (22).
IMPORTANT!
Warning! Do not clean any parts of this appliance in a dishwasher.
DESCALING
Regular descaling of your appliance, as described in this paragraph, is the main factor
in prolonging its useful life. The frequency with which you descale the appliance is
related to the hardness of your water. Get advice from your water supplier.
During this procedure, do not place your appliance on a marble work surface. The
descaler might alter it.
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To help you, below is a table indicating the frequency with which you should descale
the appliance depending on the hardness of the water used in the machine:
DESCALING FREQUENCY
Average number of Soft water
coffees per week (<19°f)
Fewer than 7 Once a year
From 7 - 20 Every 4 months
More than 20 Every 3 months
If in doubt, monthly descaling is recommended.
No repairs on the coffee machine in the case of:
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no descaling carried out,
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limescale build-up,
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accessories cleaned in a dishwasher,
will be covered by the guarantee.
A. Descaling the system
1. Unplug the appliance.
2. Insert the filter holder (without coffee) into the appliance and lock it in place, turning
it to the right as far as it will go (7).
3. Place a container with a volume greater than 1/2 litre under the filter holder (8).
4. Fill the tank with a mixture of three parts water to one part vinegar or citric/sulfamic acid.
5. Plug the appliance in (1).
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Hard water Very hard water
(19-30°f) (30-30°f)
Every 8 months Every 6 months
Every 3 months Every 2 months
Every 2 months Every month
6. Press the on/off switch (5).
7. When the temperature light on the on/off switch stays on (6), press and hold the
Espresso button (D2) for 40 to 50 seconds (water will flow through the filter holder) (9).
8. Empty and replace the container if necessary.
9. Wait 5 to 10 minutes, then repeat the procedure twice.
10. Ensure that you do not empty the tank completely (in the case of deactivation, see
paragraph: USING FOR THE FIRST TIME).
B. Rinsing
IMPORTANT!
After descaling, rinse two or three times with clean water (without coffee),
as described in the paragraph on "USING FOR THE FIRST TIME".
The appliance has been descaled and is ready to use again.
GUARANTEE
Your appliance is guaranteed, however, any connection or handling error, or use other
that that described in the instructions will render the guarantee void.
This appliance is guaranteed for domestic use only, any other type of use will render
the guarantee void.
No repairs due to a build-up of limescale shall be covered by the guarantee.
For any after-sales problem or for spare parts, please contact your retailer or an
approved service centre.
SOLUTIONS TO POSSIBLE PROBLEMS
PROBLEMS POSSIBLE CAUSES
The grounds are very You haven't added enough
damp. ground coffee.
The espresso flows The ground coffee is too
through too slowly. fine, too greasy or floury.
The filter holder is dirty.
The grid through which the
water passes is clogged.
Your appliance has a build-
up of limescale.
SOLUTIONS
Add more coffee.
Choose a slightly more
granular coffee.
Clean the filter holder
according to the
instructions in paragraph
CLEANING AND
SERVICING ‑ B. The filter
holder. Clean also the
coffee filter.
When the appliance has
cooled, clean the grid with
a damp sponge.
Descale your machine
according to the
instructions in the user
manual.
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